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Best price A$ 0.08
Journey duration 3 h 31 min
Connections per day 21
First departure 06:08
Last departure 22:00
Distance 132 km

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How can I get the cheapest train tickets to travel from Plovdiv to Sofia?

When you're traveling from Plovdiv to Sofia, you can expect to pay an average of approximately A$ 3.38. You might be able to find prices as low as A$ 0.08, but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.

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Trains from Plovdiv to Sofia

Bdz Bdz 08:00 – 11:52 ПЛОВДИВ – СОФИЯ СЕВЕР A$ 5.61 3 h 52 min 2 changes
Bdz Bdz 12:00 – 15:35 ПЛОВДИВ – СОФИЯ СЕВЕР A$ 5.61 3 h 35 min 2 changes
Bdz Bdz 17:00 – 20:50 ПЛОВДИВ – СОФИЯ СЕВЕР A$ 5.61 3 h 50 min 2 changes
Bdz Bdz 06:08 – 09:30 ПЛОВДИВ – СОФИЯ СЕВЕР A$ 6.45 3 h 22 min 2 changes
Bdz Bdz 10:00 – 13:15 ПЛОВДИВ – СОФИЯ СЕВЕР A$ 6.45 3 h 15 min 2 changes
Bdz Bdz 14:00 – 17:25 ПЛОВДИВ – СОФИЯ СЕВЕР A$ 6.45 3 h 25 min 2 changes
Bdz Bdz 16:00 – 19:25 ПЛОВДИВ – СОФИЯ СЕВЕР A$ 6.45 3 h 25 min 2 changes

How long does the journey from Plovdiv to Sofia take by train?

The journey from Plovdiv to Sofia covers a distance of 132 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 3 h 31 min. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 2 h 25 min. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Plovdiv to Sofia faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

What time are the first and last departures from Plovdiv to Sofia?

The first journey of the day departs from Plovdiv at 06:08. If you prefer to travel later in the day, the last departure will leave at 22:00. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Plovdiv and Sofia. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.

What are the stations on the Plovdiv to Sofia route?

You will be able to leave Plovdiv by using stations such as ПЛОВДИВ. These connect you to stations including СОФИЯ and СОФИЯ СЕВЕР in Sofia. Check carefully before making a booking. Some or all of these stations will appear on the route, depending on the transport provider you use for your trip. Check carefully to see which route your chosen transport provider follows, to see if it passes through a station that is convenient for your needs. It may be necessary to make a short journey between stations either in Plovdiv or in Sofia, for your convenience while traveling.

How many journeys from Plovdiv to Sofia are there every day?

The exact number of journeys from Plovdiv to Sofia can vary from day to day. Some services may only run on particular days of the week, while others might be seasonal. In general, an average of 21 departures leave each day. These are run by a number of different transport providers, including Bdz. On particularly busy days, there can be up to 27 departures. You can usually expect there to be more connections on weekdays. Many providers run fewer journeys on weekends or public holidays. As a traveler, you may prefer to take a direct route from Plovdiv to Sofia. However, you will find more options available to you if you are willing to take a connecting route. These pass through one or more different cities, and you'll have to change along the way. Not all travelers feel comfortable making multiple connections, but if you are, then you will enjoy greater flexibility when making your booking. The exact number of daily departures from Plovdiv to Sofia varies, but in general, you can expect to find 7 direct connections with no changes leaving each day. Travelers who are happy to take an indirect route will find, on average, 14 journeys with one change or more.